Casual · 2009
Guitar Hero 5
Guitar Hero 5 (initially referred to as Guitar Hero V) is a music rhythm game and the fifth main entry in the Guitar Hero series. The game was developed by Neversoft and published by Activision, and released internationally in September 2009 for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, 3 and Wii consoles. Similar to the preceding…
Key facts
- Released
- 1 September 2009
- Genre
- Casual
- Length
- ≈ 5 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Couch
- Platforms
- PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Neversoft Entertainment
- Publisher
- Activision
- Critics
- Critics 81/100
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 2009 classic that aged well
- "With friends" vibe
- ≈ 5h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Guitar Hero 5?
Expect about 5 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Guitar Hero 5 with friends?
Yes: Guitar Hero 5 can be played solo, in co-op and together on one screen.
What platforms is Guitar Hero 5 on?
Guitar Hero 5 is available on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Is Guitar Hero 5 a good game?
Critics give it Critics 81/100.
What games are like Guitar Hero 5?
In the same spirit: Guitar Hero World Tour, Band Hero and Guitar Hero: Aerosmith.



